Description
This Air Fryer Ravioli recipe offers a crispy, golden appetizer that’s quick and easy to prepare. Breaded cheese ravioli are soaked in buttermilk, coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture, and air fried to perfection, delivering a healthier twist on traditional fried ravioli. Serve with warm marinara sauce for a delicious Italian-American snack or starter.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 (9-ounce) package refrigerated cheese ravioli
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil spray
- Warm marinara sauce for serving
Instructions
- Soak Ravioli: Place the refrigerated cheese ravioli in a shallow bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let them soak for about 5 minutes to help the coating adhere better.
- Prepare Breadcrumb Mixture: In another bowl, combine the Italian-style breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to ensure optimal cooking temperature for crispiness.
- Coat Ravioli: Remove each ravioli piece from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each ravioli in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to coat evenly.
- Apply Olive Oil: Lightly spray both sides of each coated ravioli with olive oil spray. This promotes browning and crisp texture during air frying.
- Air Fry Ravioli: Arrange the breaded ravioli in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time, until they turn golden brown and crispy. Work in batches if necessary.
- Serve: Serve the crispy air-fried ravioli immediately with warm marinara sauce for dipping, enhancing the flavor and providing a classic combination.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the breadcrumb mixture.
- You can substitute cheese ravioli with meat or spinach ravioli depending on your preference.
